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UK Ends Afghan Resettlement Programs Amid Ongoing Threats

7/3/2025

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On July 1, 2023, the UK government will shut down the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) and the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACRS). Critics voice their alarm over the slow pace of these programs, leaving countless former interpreters vulnerable to Taliban threats. While over 34,000 Afghans have found safety since 2021, many cases remain unresolved, fueling anxiety and uncertainty.

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Story summary

On July 1, 2023, the UK government will shut down the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) and the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACRS). Critics voice their alarm over the slow pace of these programs, leaving countless former interpreters vulnerable to Taliban threats. While over 34,000 Afghans have found safety since 2021, many cases remain unresolved, fueling anxiety and uncertainty.